Uminchu no Ie
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A hands-on stay and community exchange facility that opened in 2003, run by the Shirahama Community Association as a local revitalization project under a management contract from the town of Taketomi. The property states officially that it is ideal for large families and for group training camps, and all six rooms are spacious Japanese-style tatami rooms of 12 to 14 tatami mats. A breakfast service is included, and rates are set for junior high and elementary school students. It is a few minutes' walk from Shirahama Port and from the Shirahama bus stop, the westernmost bus stop in Japan, which makes trips to Funauki and the remote reaches of Iriomote easy, and it suits families and groups staying on the island.
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The sea at Shirahama and a base for Funauki and the remote reaches of Iriomote
The sea at Shirahama and a base for Funauki and the remote reaches of Iriomote
The property sits in the Shirahama district at the western tip of Iriomote Island, surrounded by mountains and sea, about a 4-minute walk from Shirahama Port. It makes a handy base for setting out to Funauki and the remote reaches of Iriomote. From May to July the Southern Cross is visible, so the family can enjoy stargazing together.
- •About a 4-minute walk from Shirahama Port; a base for Funauki and the remote reaches of Iriomote; the Southern Cross is visible from May to July
Barbecue sets and cooking utensils available to borrow
Barbecue sets and cooking utensils available to borrow
Dinner is not served, but there are barbecue plans and portable gas stoves and cooking utensils available to borrow, so you can enjoy a barbecue in the pilotis, the open covered space beneath the building. The spacious Japanese-style tatami rooms give even large families room to spread out.
- •Barbecue plans; portable gas stoves and cooking utensils available to borrow; for dinner, eat at a restaurant on the island or have a barbecue
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Overview
Uminchu no Ie is a hands-on stay and community exchange facility in Shirahama, in the western part of Iriomote Island. The Shirahama Community Association runs it as a local revitalization project under a management contract from the town of Taketomi, and the property states officially that it is "ideal for large families and for group training camps." All six rooms are spacious Japanese-style tatami rooms of 12 to 14 tatami mats, each with a shower, toilet, air conditioning, TV and free Wi-Fi, and a breakfast service is included. Rates are set for junior high and elementary school students as well, and the location makes a handy base for trips to Funauki and the remote reaches of Iriomote. From May to July you can also see the Southern Cross.
Uminchu no Ie stands in the Shirahama district at the western tip of Iriomote Island, a World Natural Heritage site, in Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa. It opened in 2003 as a hands-on stay and community exchange facility, run by the Shirahama Community Association under a management contract from the Taketomi town office as part of a local revitalization effort.
Spacious Tatami Rooms That Suit Large Families
The official website describes it as "lodging ideal for large families and for group training camps," and all six rooms are spacious Japanese-style tatami rooms of 12 to 14 tatami mats. Each has a shower, toilet, air conditioning and TV, and free Wi-Fi is available. A breakfast service is included, and the rates, all per person and including tax, are 6,000 yen for a single guest, 5,000 yen for two or more guests, 3,000 yen for junior high school students and 2,500 yen for elementary school students, with children's rates clearly set out as well.
The Sea at Shirahama and a Base for the Remote Reaches of Iriomote
It sits in the quiet Shirahama district, surrounded by mountains and sea, about a 3-minute walk from the Shirahama bus stop, the westernmost bus stop in Japan, and about a 4-minute walk from Shirahama Port. That makes it a handy base for setting out to Funauki and the remote reaches of Iriomote. From May to July the Southern Cross is visible, so the family can enjoy stargazing together.
Barbecue Plans and Items Available to Borrow
Dinner is not served, so guests eat at a restaurant on the island or use a barbecue plan. Barbecue sets, portable gas stoves and cooking utensils are available to borrow, and you can enjoy a barbecue in the pilotis, the open covered space beneath the building. There is also a large hall that can be used for meetings and similar gatherings.
This page is compiled from information on the official website of Uminchu no Ie and on Rakuten Travel. Because dinner is not served, please plan to eat at a restaurant on the island or have a barbecue. For details on rates, plans and what is available for families with children, please check the official website or Rakuten Travel for the latest information before booking.
Access & Information
| location_onAddress | 1499-57 Iriomote, Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa 907-1542 |
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| directions_carAccess | In the Shirahama district of western Iriomote Island, about a 3-minute walk from the Shirahama bus stop, the westernmost bus stop in Japan, and about a 4-minute walk from Shirahama Port. |
| trainNearest station | Shirahama Port |
| local_parkingParking | Parking is available for 5 cars. |
| callPhone | +81-980-85-6119 |
| paymentsCards | VISA, JCB, American Express, Diners Club, Mastercard, Discover |
| languageOfficial site | https://www.iriomote1499.com/%E6%B5%B7%E4%BA%BA%E3%81%AE%E5%AE%B6-1open_in_new |
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Reference price as of August 15, 2026 (stay date 2026-09-05). Please check the booking site for actual rates.
Frequently Asked Questions
What ages is Uminchu no Ie best suited to?
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There is no age limit, and families with children of any age can stay.
Is there parking at Uminchu no Ie?
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Parking: Parking is available for 5 cars.
How do you get to Uminchu no Ie?
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In the Shirahama district of western Iriomote Island, about a 3-minute walk from the Shirahama bus stop, the westernmost bus stop in Japan, and about a 4-minute walk from Shirahama Port.
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